Zarko Novak vs Stepan Papacek
Karvina, 1989 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45).
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Game details
- White
- Zarko Novak (1626)
- Black
- Stepan Papacek (2320)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Karvina
- Year
- 1989
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45)
About this chess game
This chess game between Zarko Novak (1626) and Stepan Papacek (2320) was played at Karvina in 1989 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (B45). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Zarko Novak vs Stepan Papacek?
Zarko Novak vs Stepan Papacek (1989) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Zarko Novak vs Stepan Papacek?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Taimanov Variation, Normal Variation (ECO B45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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